CERT

Community Emergency Response Team

Trained CERT members fill a vital role in the moments immediately following an emergency before first responders arrive on scene. Training involves basic disaster preparedness, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, triage and first aid, disaster psychology and terrorism awareness. CERT members also support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community, both in spreading the word about preparedness and in assisting agencies during response operations. Find CERT groups in your community.

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Lisa Holloway was recently recognized for her outstanding service to the citizens of Poquoson in her role as chair of the Poquoson City Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). On February 15, 2012, Poquoson City Chief of Police Clifford Bowen, Michael Bryant, Poquoson City Emergency Manager, presented Ms. Holloway with a Certificate of Appreciation award for her outstanding leadership in support of the city of Poquoson and members of its CERT.

Way to go Lisa!

Does your community need to become CERT Ready? The best way to do that is by starting a CERT program in your city, town or county. Guidance for requesting the training you need is just a link away to the new CERT training Interest Survey!

Make your request for training courses via our Interest Survey at this link. Monthly review of the survey results will determine course demand, and appropriate class scheduling will be made available when interest reaches the required number of participants.

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